Which Statement Regarding the Complete Physical Assessment Is True

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which statement regarding the complete physical assessment is true?

• A)The male genitalia should be examined with the patient in the supine position.
• B)The patient should be in the sitting position for examination of the head and neck.
• C)The vital signs, height, and weight should be obtained at the end of the examination.
• D)To promote consistency among patients, the examiner should not vary the order of the assessment.

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